Life at the Top

When Jasper finally woke up, the first thing he smelled was the sharp scent of disinfectant. Then, he opened his eyes to see a white ceiling. He was about to ask where he was, only to feel his throat burn. It felt like it was about to tear and burn from how dry it was.

“Water…” He whispered softly. Wendy heard movement and immediately walked over.

She grabbed Jasper’s hand tightly, her eyes filled with worry.

“How are you feeling, Jasp? What do you need?”

“Water…”

Wendy quickly grabbed the warm water she had prepared beforehand.

Jasper felt much better after taking a sip, and he slowly regained consciousness. His chest clenched slightly when he saw Wendy’s worried expression and the reddened corners of her eyes.

“What happened? Did you cry?”

The emotions Wendy had tried hard to suppress immediately resurfaced when she heard Jasper’s question.

Tears started to well in her eyes which shocked Jasper.

“What’s wrong? Did I say something wrong?”

Wendy shook her head and wiped her tears. “You didn’t. It’s just that you scared all of us. You fainted in front of all of us after the financial war with Soros two days ago.”

“The little prince and Lord Alvarado were terrified when they brought you to the hospital. They were both frantic, they almost tripped and fell over while running.”

but he did not say anything because of how important the moment was. He was

the corner of his lips when he thought about how, despite their status

all he saw

in the corner of the room. Those plants did not look like they belonged in the

blinding, and that you wouldn’t like it when you woke up. So, he got

him, I think he would have repainted the room as well.” Wendy explained, not

from Harbor City. A few higher-ups are here too, they came to the hospital to visit you. You made a huge contribution to the country, so

smacked her head, “Oh! I was too happy that you woke up and forgot to tell them you’re awake. I’ll go tell those waiting

Then she left.

a dazed Wendy, Jasper smiled exasperatedly

were times when

returned to the room with Jasper’s medical record in

grateful that you only fainted due to over-exhaustion and malnutrition. But I’m telling you, I’m going to watch you eat from now on, okay? You better eat when you’re supposed

and nodded as he took

“Alright. Whatever you say…”

heard his response. She was an understanding person, but Jasper fainting had just caused her too much concern. She was thankful that it was no big deal this time, but she would not know what to do if

how they’re definitely going to come and visit you, do

Jasper shook his head.

worked myself too hard this time. I’ll be fine once I eat up and my nutrition levels

not refute him, especially since Old Master Law and some higher-ups had come to

the scenery outside the window, his mood

lifted and the clouds had given way to a sunny sky again. He knew that there was still a long way to go, but he